I'm joined today by Alex Wendling. She is a commentator for Combate Global, she is a bjj competitor, and she has a YouTube page with over a million views where she posts event recaps, rolling commentary, fighter interviews, and more. We talked about commentary, whether or not social media is a good thing, and the future of the PGF. Check out Alex on YouTube You can also follow her on Instagram and on TikTok You can watch the video version of every episode on YouTube Follow the show at: @That_JiuJitsu_Podcast Follow Justin directly: @JustinLesko Learn more about the show on our Website Visit t ..read more

"Jiu Jitsu is for everyone" isn't a cliche, it's the truth.  Joining me today is Jacob Zalewski, who was born with cerebral palsy and still trains Jiu Jitsu. Also joining us is Catherine Murray, OTR, MOT, Rehabilitation Manager for TIRR Memorial Hermann. Jacob and Catherine recently put on an adapted BJJ event for people with disabilities.   If you'd like to get involved you can visit 1SCF.org You can also follow Jacob on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/RollinWithJZ You can watch the video version of every episode on YouTube Follow the show at: @That_JiuJitsu_Podcast Follow ..read more

Jason Rau is one of the best grapplers in the world. He joined me to talk about steroids in jiu jitsu, ADCC, Instagram fame, and running his own jiu jitsu school. You can follow Jason Rau on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/JasonRauBJJ89 You can watch the video version of every episode on YouTube Follow the show at: @That_JiuJitsu_Podcast Follow Justin directly: @JustinLesko Learn more about the show on our Website Visit the Shop for shirts and more Support the show ..read more

When I have a strength and conditioning question I always ask THE BJJ Strength Coach, Joshua Settlage, for advice. He joins the show to talk about the right way to add strength and he helps me plan my strength training for my next fight. You can learn from Josh as well by visiting The Strength Matrix You can follow Josh on Instagram as well. You can watch the video version of every episode on YouTube Follow the show at: @That_JiuJitsu_Podcast Follow Justin directly: @JustinLesko Learn more about the show on our Website Visit the Shop for shirts and more Support the show ..read more

Matt Wahlstrom from Epic Roll joins the show the discuss building a jiu jitsu brand, how business lessons can impact your jiu jitsu, and staying ahead of the curve. Give Epic Roll a follow on Instagram and check out their Website - use code “Podcast15” for 15% off your order You can watch the video version of every episode on YouTube Follow the show at: @That_JiuJitsu_Podcast Follow Justin directly: @JustinLesko Learn more about the show on our Website Visit the Shop for shirts and more Support the show ..read more

Conor McGregor has a new documentary out now on Netflix. Is it worth your time? Should you watch? Is the whole thing a commercial for Conor McGregor? Here are my thoughts. You can watch the video version of every episode on YouTube Follow the show at: @That_JiuJitsu_Podcast Follow Justin directly: @JustinLesko Learn more about the show on our Website Visit the Shop for shirts and more Support the show ..read more

Brandon Mccaghren Is Having the Most Fun in Jiu Jitsu. You can see more on  his YouTube channel and you can follow him on Instagram. You can watch the video version of every episode on YouTube Follow the show at: @That_JiuJitsu_Podcast Follow Justin directly: @JustinLesko Learn more about the show on our Website Visit the Shop for shirts and more Support the show ..read more

There are lots of ways to tell you are at a BAD jiu jitsu school, but how can you tell if you're at a GREAT jiu jitsu school? Here are 10 good things to look for. You can watch the video version of every episode on YouTube Follow the show at: @That_JiuJitsu_Podcast Follow Justin directly: @JustinLesko Learn more about the show on our Website Visit the Shop for shirts and more Support the show ..read more

Here is how you can go from complete novice to pro fighter. Just follow my lead. You can watch the video version of every episode on YouTube Follow the show at: @That_JiuJitsu_Podcast Follow Justin directly: @JustinLesko Learn more about the show on our Website Visit the Shop for shirts and more Support the show ..read more

Gordon Ryan and Nicky Rod are having a very public feud. But is this good for jiu jitsu? You can watch the video version of every episode on YouTube Follow the show at: @That_JiuJitsu_Podcast Follow Justin directly: @JustinLesko Learn more about the show on our Website Visit the Shop for shirts and more Support the show ..read more